As a concerned citizen of Saint Lucia, I am deeply troubled by the growing trend of political victimization under the current administration of Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre. The recent transfer of the personal bodyguard of the Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Allen Chastanet, and the sending on leave of a sergeant known to support the United Workers Party (UWP)…
The revelation that the Bank of Saint Lucia has closed the accounts of Richard Frederick, the Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, raises serious concerns that demand public attention. This unprecedented move by a major financial institution in Saint Lucia casts a shadow over the integrity of our government and its representatives. Richard Frederick is no stranger to…
The letter, written by Hon. Allen Chastanet as Leader of the Opposition, addresses the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, expressing grave concerns over unresolved homicides linked to the IMPACS investigation, the increase in crime, and the conduct of Housing Minister Richard Frederick. Key points include: The letter ends with a plea for decisive action to avoid a repeat of past…
The SLP government’s claims regarding the halted Administrative Complex in Vieux Fort conveniently ignore key facts. The project was initiated in 2016, 1 month before the 2016 General Election. It is commenced without securing Development Control Authority (DCA) approval, a blatant violation of standard protocols meant to ensure proper planning and compliance. Furthermore, the land intended for the project was…
We have seen the post election chaos in Venezuela. The widespread condemnation from neighboring South American Governments and reputable interrnational agencies which have all declared that the results declared by the Venezuelan National Electoral Council (CNE). We in St Lucia must. be vigilant to protect our tradition of free and fair elections and to ensure that malpractices apparent under Maduro…
The healthcare system in St. Lucia is in crisis, and the human cost is devastating. Despite international recognition of health as a fundamental human right, as enshrined in the World Health Organization’s 1946 Constitution, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948), and the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights (1966), the implementation of health rights in practice remains…
In the immortal words of John Wooden, “You are not a failure until you start blaming others for your mistakes.” It seems the Saint Lucia Labour Party administration has taken this quote to heart, albeit in a rather… creative way. Instead of taking responsibility for their shortcomings, they’ve developed a peculiar obsession with blaming former Prime Minister Allen Chastanet for, well,…
By James Stanislaus The people of St. Lucia are at a breaking point, overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of problems and botherations plaguing our country. Violent crime, subpar healthcare, exorbitant living costs, stifling taxes, wide spread poverty, salaciousness, social deviance, crumbling infrastructure, a comatose economy, and a lack of job opportunities are the ingredients of a cocktail of crippling maladies…
Walking through the lower parts of Pavee… observe what is considered a community court where children and young persons are expected to gather. Is this what we call representation in Castries East? Is this a safe road where the community members traverse daily? People of Pavee you deserve better, it is time to remove this POLLUTION! Vote The United Workers…
Government corruption is often more than just an issue of mismanagement—it can be a direct catalyst for crime. When those in power misuse resources or manipulate systems for personal gain, it erodes public trust and weakens the rule of law. People begin to see the government as an institution that prioritizes self-interest over public service, leading to a dangerous ripple…